For a more efficient move we recommend that customers use proper moving materials. We provide a wide range of packing supplies for our customers for ‘do it yourself’ packing or we can have our experienced packers do it for you on the day of your move or beforehand. We buy back what boxes you don’t use (at the same price you paid) and we will even buy back your used boxes (at a reduced rate).

When organizing dental and medical records, be sure to include prescriptions, eyeglass specifications and vaccination records. Keep such items with you during the move.

Contact any clubs or associations you are associated with for information on transferring, selling or ending you memberships.

Wills, stock certificates and other one-of-a-kind items (jewelry, photos, and home videos) are difficult or impossible to replace. You may want to carry them with you instead of packing them.

Take an objective look at what you own, and decide what must go and what can be left behind. Books you’ve read and will never read again? The pan with the broken handle or the children’s long-forgotten games? Remember – extra weight costs more money. Consider having a garage sale to lighten the load.

Sit down and start organizing your move. Make a list with three columns: items to leave behind, items for moving company, and items you’ll move by yourself. If you haven’t done so, consider taking a household inventory for your records and to determine the declared value of the shipment.

Prepare a list of friends, family, business firms and others who should be notified of your move. The post office and any billing company should also be made aware of your move.

Make arrangements to move any one-of-a-kind or special items. Often times they may require packing materials and procedures that are best left to moving professionals or a third-party specialist.